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Tron (1982) Tron Legacy (2010)

Episode 187

Saturday, February 15, 2025 • Duration 57:41

For their 187th episode, two digitized film critics, two dads who fight for the users, and two Master Control school teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, squeeze together a "TRON" double feature to cover the landmark 1982 original and its pumped-up 2010 sequel "Tron Legacy." Will was a first-time to The Grid, while Don was happy return to the films' wondrous digital abyss with a newbie. Come learn more and stay for the mutual love and respect that fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!

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Tight 90: Commando (1985)

Episode 178

Friday, November 8, 2024 • Duration 01:01:52

For their 178th episode, two non-Austrian film critics, two log-carrying dads, and two rocket-launching teachers, Will Johnson and Don Shanahan, kick off the beginning of a recurring side series of films described as a "Tight 90." In today's day and age of exhausting epics and effusive directors' cuts, Will and Don celebrate movies that nailed their purpose and entertainment value in 90 minutes or less. Their first feature is the Arnold Schwarzenegger action favorite "Commando" from 1985, a movie that packs punches, explosions, and montages all in a tidy time. Come learn more and stay for the mutual love and respect that the fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Episode 88

Friday, November 11, 2022 • Duration 01:09:22

For their 88th episode, two pointy-eared film critics, two war-painted dads, and two non-scientific school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan burn the midnight oil straight out of the press screenings for "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever." The thoughts are raw and so is the conversation between Will, the eternal Marvel shill, and Don, the critic feeling the superhero fatigue more and more. They're ready for the big holiday hitter. Come for the shared challenge and tirade and stay for the mutual love and respect for the fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!

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Nighthawks (1981)

Episode 87

Friday, November 4, 2022 • Duration 01:01:28

For their 87th episode, two grizzled film critics, two mad-bomber dads, and two disco-dancing school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan welcome back Lauren Knight of L.A. Knight Consulting for a back-to-back Sylvester Stallone love fest. Last time, it was new Sly for "Samaritan." This time, they dig back to 1981's "Nighthawks" where a Stallone beard and Rutger Hauer, in his American debut, steal the show. Listen to wear this terrorist thriller ranks for our gathered talkers. Come for the shared challenge and tirade and stay for the mutual love and respect for the fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!

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Samaritan (2022)

Episode 86

Friday, October 28, 2022 • Duration 53:11

For their 85th episode, two heroic film critics, two tinkering dads, and two gravel-voiced school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan welcome back previous guest Lauren Knight of Phoenix's L.A. Knight Consulting for the first of a Sylvester Stallone double. This week, the ardent Sly fan encourages Will and Don to see the merits of his new streaming superhero vehicle "Samaritan." Lauren has the unique experience of seeing the film more than once for early test screenings and compares the final product with our hosts. Come for the shared challenge and tirade and stay for the mutual love and respect for the fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!

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Police Story (LIVE! w/Aaron Hudson)

Episode 85

Friday, October 21, 2022 • Duration 21:24

For their 85th episode, two grizzled film critics, two stunt-performing dads, and two subtitle-reading teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan welcome you to the recording from a special in-person event. Will and videographer Aaron Hudson recently hosted a screening and talkback for the classic Jackie Chan vehicle "Police Story" in at the Majestic Theatre in Phoenix. Forgive the low volume audience participation gaps for the hearty appreciation for the movie and its do-it-all actor, director, and co-writer. Come for the shared challenge and tirade and stay for the mutual love and respect for the fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!
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Halloween Kills (2021)

Episode 84

Friday, October 14, 2022 • Duration 41:18

For their 84th episode, two butchered film critics, two holy rollin' dads, and two rubber-masked school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan blow the dust off a long lost episode for 2021's "Halloween Kills" on the heels of its rumored franchise conclusion. They recorded this a year ago but never found the right time to drop it. With an updated intro including regular guest Cati Glidewell, enjoy our podcast!

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Don't Worry Darling (2022) w/ Cati Glidewell

Episode 83

Friday, October 7, 2022 • Duration 01:01:51

For their 83rd episode, two swanky film critics, simulated dads, and buttoned-up school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan welcome back guest Cati Glidewell of The Blonde in Front. To avoid spoilers, Will moderated for Cati and Don to gush about the mystery and style of Don't Worry Darling and an intro to talk about all the odd gossip and bad press that follows Olivia Wilde's movie. Come for the shared challenge and tirade and stay for the mutual love and respect for the fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!

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Blonde (2022)

Episode 82

Friday, September 30, 2022 • Duration 01:07:22

For their 82nd episode, two feisty film critics, non-abusive dads, and glamorous school teachers Will Johnson and Don Shanahan welcome back guest Cati Glidewell of The Blonde in Front for a return to "awards season" with what is sure to be one of Netflix's biggest Oscar hopefuls. It's also likely the most polarizing movie of 2022. The three are talking about Andrew Dominik's "Blonde" starring Ana de Armas. Find out how the whole range of reactions in our trio from jaded and offended to inspired and impressed with this fictionalized biopic. Come for the shared challenge and tirade and stay for the mutual love and respect for the fun movies encapsulate. Enjoy our podcast!

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